Living & visas
Pattaya weather by month: high season and rainy season
Pattaya has no winter in the usual sense: daytime temperatures are around thirty all year. What sets the months apart is the rain. We took the long-term normals of the Thai Meteorological Department for the Pattaya station and broke them down by month, so you know when to come and what to expect.
In short
- The driest months are December to February: 2 to 3 rainy days a month.
- September and October are the wettest: around 16 to 17 rainy days.
- Daytime 30 to 33 °C all year, nights 23 to 27 °C.
Climate by month
Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) normals for 1991 to 2020, Pattaya station.
| Month | Day, °C | Night, °C | Rainfall, mm | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.6 | 23.5 | 16 | 2–3 |
| February | 31.2 | 24.5 | 20 | 2–3 |
| March | 32.0 | 25.5 | 47 | 5 |
| April | 33.0 | 26.4 | 68 | 6 |
| May | 32.7 | 26.6 | 121 | 11 |
| June | 32.0 | 26.4 | 132 | 13 |
| July | 31.6 | 26.2 | 104 | 13 |
| August | 31.4 | 26.1 | 91 | 13 |
| September | 31.1 | 25.4 | 214 | 16 |
| October | 30.9 | 24.7 | 225 | 17 |
| November | 30.8 | 24.3 | 57 | 6 |
| December | 30.2 | 23.3 | 12 | 2 |
Pattaya gets about 1,100 mm of rain a year, roughly 106 rainy days.
Three seasons
- Cool, mid-October to mid-February. "Cool" in Thai terms: about 30 °C by day, 23 to 24 °C at night, little rain. This is high season, the time for holidays and winter stays.
- Hot, mid-February to mid-May. April is the hottest month, up to 33 °C by day. Still not much rain.
- Rainy, mid-May to mid-October. Rain comes more often, peaking in September and October. Even in October about half the days are dry.
When to come
- On holiday: November to March; the driest months are December to February.
- For the winter: November to March. Note that visa-free entry is now 30 days; longer options are in The DTV and wintering in Thailand.
- Cheaper and quieter: May to October. In low season there are fewer tourists, and hotels and rentals are usually more affordable.
Weather and buying a condo
Viewing condos in the rainy season is actually useful. You see straight away how the building copes with a downpour: no puddles at the entrance, how the drainage works around the pool and car park, whether water gets onto the balcony. We give this advice to everyone choosing a resale unit.
If you are buying off-plan, check how the contract sets out the completion date and what happens if it slips. How to choose a district is covered in Pattaya districts.
See ready units by the sea in the new developments catalogue and resale.
FAQ
What is the rainiest month in Pattaya?
October and September: by Thai Meteorological Department normals about 225 and 214 mm of rain and 16 to 17 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Pattaya?
November to March. The driest months are December to February, with 2 to 3 rainy days a month.
What is the temperature in Pattaya in winter?
About 30 °C by day and 23 to 24 °C at night.
When is the rainy season in Pattaya?
Mid-May to mid-October, with the most rain in September and October.
Sources
- Thai Meteorological Department: climate normals 1991–2020, PDF
- Thailand.go.th: Thailand seasons
- Land Development Department: Thailand climate
This article is for general information and is not legal or tax advice. Laws, fees and project terms change: before a deal we check the current conditions for the specific property.
